UPS expands air fleet capacity in Mexico

UPS has expanded its fleet of aircraft serving south-east and north-west Mexico, strengthening delivery routes to the US. The company said new aircraft have been added to the current air fleet in Merida, and in Tijuana.

From October 18, UPS customers in the south-east of Mexico would be able to transport products to the US within a day, it said.

In the north-west, customers in Tijuana and neighbouring cities will be provided with a 30% increase in cargo capacity.

UPS said the investment in its air fleet in Mexico came in response to growing demand from customers in the region for extra export shipment capacity.

For air freight from Merida and Tijuana to the US and the rest of the world, the company will offer its full portfolio of international services, including UPS Worldwide Express Plus, UPS Worldwide Express, UPS Worldwide Express Saver, UPS Worldwide Expedited, it said.

Markus Marshall, director of air operations at UPS Mexico, said the expansion of his company’s services in Mexico demonstrated the importance of the country and Latin America within the UPS global network.

He said: “2010 has been a key year for companies in all the sectors in this country, with the economic opportunities available for exporters. As a logistics partner, UPS continues to provide more transportation options while extending its capabilities to provide greater support to the needs of the supply chain of its customers.”

The Yucatan area, in the south-east of Mexico, saw an 8% increase in exports and 31% rise in imports during the first three months of 2010, compared to the same period last year.

UPS said the north-west region of Mexico, Baja California, was important since it includes 26 industrial sites and 203 domestic and international companies, particularly in the electronics sector.